Debunking The Myths: The Knoxville 1977 Concert, “Take It To The Limit,” and Randy Meisner’s Departure From The Eagles
The real story behind the Knoxville 1977 concert, using facts from published reviews, plus Randy’s own words.
Meisner, Swan & Rich
Randy Meisner, Billy Swan and Charlie Rich, Jr. started touring and recording as Meisner, Rich & Swan in 1992. Due to a CD labeling mishap, […]
Meisner, Swan & Rich at The Palomino Club June 30, 1995
North Hollywood’s Grand Ole Opry West ~ The Palomino Club. Meisner, Swan & Rich performed there on May 12th and June 30th, 1995. This is about their June 30th performance.
The Bicentennial in Tampa, July 4th, 1976
A crowd of nearly 40,000 packed Tampa Stadium on America’s 200th anniversary for “4th Of July Jubilation,” an outdoor concert featuring The Eagles, Fleetwood Mac and Loggins & Messina.
Glyn Johns And The Song That Knocked Him Clean Off His Feet
After many attempts by David Geffen and the Eagles to secure Glyn Johns as the producer of their first album, read about the song that got his attention.
“Tin Soldiers & Nixon Coming” – The Eagles At Kent State
Forty-seven years ago today, the Eagles played Kent State University on the eve of the 5th anniversary of the Kent State Shootings. But it was not without controversy.
“The Woodstock of the West Coast” ~ California Jam ~ April 6, 1974
The first California Jam was held on Saturday, April 6, 1974, at the Ontario Motor Speedway in Ontario, California. The concert was produced by ABC […]
Eagles Soar Over “Day on the Green” ~ 1977
The Eagles headlined at Day On The Green in Oakland, CA, May 1977.
Ohio University Music Festival, April 28th, 1973
The Eagles were the headliners at the third annual Ohio University Music Festival in Athens, Ohio, less than two weeks after the release of their second album, DESPERADO.
“That’s A Cut.” One Night In The Studio With Randy Meisner and Val Garay
A rare, behind-the-scenes glimpse into the recording of Randy’s second solo album, ONE MORE SONG.
Well, I’m a-standin’ on a corner in Winslow, Arizona
“Consider this song (“Take It Easy”) the Eagles first hit. There is nothing remarkable about Glenn Frey’s lead vocal, it’s the backing harmonies that set […]
European Tour 1977, Part One: London
The European Tour kicks off with four nights at the Wembley Empire Pool in London.
It’s About The Bass
“Randy’s bass playing is that growly, Nebraska, R&B-oriented bass feel to the country stuff.” Glenn Frey from The Guardian ~ “Eagles: ‘We were too busy […]
